Skill Shortages

Although Switzerland has a highly efficient and productive workforce currently, demographic insights indicate an ageing population ultimately forecasting severe skill shortage in the country by 2030. The main areas of concern are agriculture, healthcare, education, policing and transport. However, it is highly competitive to gain longer term opportunities in Switzerland given how well trained and productive the local talent pool is. International students are nevertheless allowed a 6-month stay back option to seek employment within the outlined timeframe, which cannot be extended unless employment is secured.